Evidence supporting the use of: Lomatium dissectum
For the health condition: Influenza

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Lomatium dissectum, commonly known as fernleaf biscuitroot or desert parsley, has a long-standing history of traditional use among Native American tribes and in early 20th-century American herbalism as a remedy for respiratory infections, including influenza. During the 1918 influenza pandemic, herbalists in the western United States reportedly used Lomatium dissectum root preparations to support individuals suffering from the flu, and anecdotal reports from that era describe perceived benefits in reducing symptoms and duration of illness. Its use was based on observed antimicrobial and expectorant effects in folk medicine, rather than on controlled scientific studies.

Modern scientific evaluation of Lomatium dissectum is limited. Some laboratory studies have identified potential antiviral and antibacterial compounds in the plant, such as coumarins, but rigorous clinical trials in humans are lacking. The evidence supporting its efficacy for influenza remains largely anecdotal and historical, without robust validation through randomized controlled trials or comprehensive pharmacological studies. Thus, while there is a tradition of use for influenza and respiratory infections, scientific evidence for its effectiveness is weak and limited to preliminary laboratory findings.

In summary, Lomatium dissectum is primarily justified by traditional use for influenza, with a modest body of anecdotal and preclinical evidence but a lack of high-quality clinical research to confirm its efficacy or safety for this purpose.

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